As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow (Edición En Inglés) is an epic, emotional, and breathtaking story of love and loss set against the backdrop of the Syrian revolution. This powerful novel, written by Zoulfa Katouh and published by Bloomsbury Publishing Ltd., will captivate your heart and leave you unable to put it down.
The story burns with the fires of hope and possibility, taking readers on a journey that will sweep them up and never let them go. This brand new paperback edition also includes an exclusive bonus short story titled «Joy,» set in the same world as Lemon Trees. It offers never-before-seen moments between the characters Salama and Kenan, adding an extra layer of depth to the already compelling narrative.
Shortlisted for the British Book Awards Discover Book of the Year, As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow has garnered high praise from esteemed authors. Elizabeth Laird, award-winning author of «Welcome to Nowhere,» describes it as an important book that everyone should read. Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestselling author of «Internment,» praises its wrenching and lyrical storytelling. Huda Fahmy, author of «Huda F Are You,» calls it hauntingly beautiful and a must-read.
The story revolves around Salama, a young woman who, a year ago, before the revolution, watched her brother marry her best friend, Layla, while wondering when her own love story would begin. Now, Salama works at the hospital, offering help to those she can and closing the eyes of those she cannot save. With Layla and her unborn baby as her only remaining family, Salama finds solace in a hallucination named Khawf, a symptom of the horrors she has witnessed. Khawf urges her to leave every day, but Salama refuses.
Everything changes when Salama crosses paths with Kenan, a boy with vivid green eyes who is willing to risk his life for the possibilities that Syria holds. Their meeting sparks a connection that challenges Salama’s beliefs and forces her to question her own courage and desires.
As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow is a poignant and timely novel that delves into the human spirit’s resilience and the power of love in the face of adversity. With its vivid storytelling and compelling characters, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking a profound and gripping tale that explores the complexities of life during times of revolution.
Immerse yourself in the world of As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow and experience the raw emotions, the harrowing challenges, and the unyielding hope that define this extraordinary story.
